TURTLE is a ten-week summer research program for Native American behavioral health undergraduate students.
Students will be involved in research projects and develop a poster presentation during the program.

Community based participatory research (CBPR) experience and training prepares students for psychology graduate
programs under the direction of the Seven Generations Center of Excellence Native American faculty members.

Research opportunity themes include:

Crisis Intervention

Elder Abuse

Mental health

Suicide prevention

Substance abuse

Other issues relevant to Indian Country

Seminar programs cover:

Range of research topics

Community-based research program

Ethical research in Native American communities

2017 program information:

Four openings are available for rising college sophomores, juniors, and seniors

Applications are due April 15, 2017 (or until positions are filled)

Participants will receive $5,000 based on a 10-week, 40 hours per week research experience